Apple’s iOS 26 has officially landed on September 15, 2025, bringing a slew of exciting new features and a bold, revamped design language known as “Liquid Glass”. This update promises to deliver a more fluid and tactile interface, drawing inspiration from the glass-like effects found in visionOS.
Key Features:
• Liquid Glass Redesign: A unified design language that utilizes rounded, translucent elements with glass-like optical qualities, reacting to motion, content, and inputs.
• Apple Wallet Upgrades: Expanded support for IDs, tickets, and boarding passes with interactive interior maps and real-time flight information.
• CarPlay Improvements: Deeper vehicle integration for a more seamless experience.
• Messages Updates: Smarter replies and new ways to share content.
• Performance Refinements: System-wide improvements for a smoother experience.
Supported iPhones:
• Latest Models: All iPhone 17 models, iPhone 16 series, iPhone 15 series, iPhone 14 series, iPhone 13 series, iPhone 12 series, and iPhone 11 series.
• Older Models: iPhone SE (2nd generation and newer).
What to Expect:
• Enhanced AI capabilities, including Live Transition and improved performance.
• Redesigned apps, such as Phone, Messages, and Camera, with more intuitive interfaces.
• Expanded Apple Intelligence features, like live translation and Genmoji.
Dropped Support:
• iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR will no longer receive iOS updates, although Apple may still provide occasional security patches.
